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"Apple Said to Be Close to a Deal With China Mobile" Bloomberg 6:03 PM

"Judge orders Apple e-books monitor to prevent 'further misconduct': Judge Denise Cote says an external monitor will be in place for two years to make sure Apple complies with the court's orders." CNET News 9:55 AM

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